Telemetry Monitor Tech (Night Shift)

St. Mary's General Hospital; Passaic (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Mary's General Hospital in Passaic, NJ, is seeking a Monitor Tech to monitor cardiac rhythms and support the nursing team on the Telemetry unit during night shifts.

The role involves transcription of orders when needed and ensuring accurate medical records and lab/test verifications. Applicants should have a high school diploma, a current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate within 30 days of hire, and an active BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent or related experience required for all new hires.
• Current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate within 30 days of hire and maintain current
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
• Six months previous experience in Healthcare or as Monitor Technician

Responsibilities

• Monitors cardiac rhythms via direct cardiac monitors.
• Meets the communication needs of the department.
• Transcribes physician orders in the absence of CPOE and EMR clinical documentation system.
• Verifies that lab tests and radiology tests have been ordered and done.
• Prepares and compiles records in Med/ Surg/ Telemetry.
• Orders supplies for the unit and prepares and completes each patient's chart for necessary forms needed on a daily basis.
• Able to assist nursing staff with indirect patient care duties as long as the activity does not distract from primary responsibility for dysrhythmia monitoring.
• Note: May provide direct patient care under the direct supervision of the RN within scope of Certified Nursing Assistant if 1) possesses active CNA certification; 2) demonstrates annual competency in CNA duties and skills and 3) is relieved of Monitor Technician duties during the time of assisting the RN.

Skills

Dysrhythmia Interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

St. Mary's General Hospital in Passaic, NJ, is seeking a Monitor Tech to monitor cardiac rhythms and support the nursing team on the Telemetry unit during night shifts.

The role involves transcription of orders when needed and ensuring accurate medical records and lab/test verifications. Applicants should have a high school diploma, a current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate within 30 days of hire, and an active BLS certification.